Massachusetts PFML contribution split moves between family and medical leave
What’s happening
The total rate stays at 0.88% for employers with 25 or more covered workers, but the required employer share moves to family leave (0.70% total; employer pays at least 0.42%), while the 0.18% medical leave share can be fully withheld from employees. The maximum weekly benefit rises to $1,284.61.
What to do
Update payroll settings, employee notices and any private-plan exemptions before the first 2027 pay run.
How Workbliss can help
Workbliss digital campaigns can explain new family and leave benefits to employees and managers in every location.
Plan support for your teamsSource
mass.gov. Checked October 19, 2026.